Commitment Statement
Although many accommodations are provided on a long-term basis, there may be times in which an employee has suffered an injury or is recovering from an illness and requires a temporary accommodation. The University recognizes that the keys to a quick recovery when a disability does arise, are modified activities and early mobilization.
If a disability prevents an employee from fulfilling the essential duties of their position for a temporary period, the University shall endeavour to provide accommodation to the employee. The objective of the short-term accommodation is the graduated return of an employee to full duties. A short-term accommodation typically includes modified hours and/or duties for a limited period of time and may include ergonomic interventions.
Ontario Tech is committed to protecting the privacy of Employees with disabilities. At the same time, sufficient information relating to the functional limitation associated with the disability is required to reasonably evaluate and respond to an Employee’s request for a temporary accommodation. The Employee with the disability may be required to submit medical documentation and forms to the University’s Disability management service provider for assessment.
